R2C2 with CC Sabathia and Ryan Ruocco

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MLB Spring Training Looms, The Fallout of KD & Kyrie, and Super Bowl LVII Feb 16, 2023

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In the aftermath of the NFL season officially coming to a close, CC and Ryan switch gears to the start of Spring Training and reflect on the latest news around Frankie Montas' shoulder injury, missing out on Luis Castillo, letting the kids play, the World Baseball Classic, and the pressures of playing in big markets like New York. They also dive into the departures of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving from the Brooklyn Nets and discuss where it all went wrong, the Front Office decisions behind it, the complexity of Ben Simmons, and what the future holds for all franchises involved. To no one's surprise, CC is now a Phoenix Suns fan in addition to his hometown Warriors. The crew also looks back at the incredible Super Bowl LVII that was, the penalty on James Bradberry, Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid forming a dynasty, and looking ahead to next season.

Hosts: CC Sabathia and Ryan Ruocco

Producers: Jackson Safon, Sadye Zillo, and Ata Movassaghi

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RGIII on Media Stardom, a Potential NFL Return, and Being True to Yourself Feb 09, 2023

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This week, CC and Ryan are joined by one of the most prolific quarterbacks turned media stars, who continues to rise with his intelligence, wit, and personality on full display. Robert Griffin III, also known as RGIII, hops on to discuss his new broadcast career, a desire to return to the NFL, mentoring Lamar Jackson, navigating injuries, his childhood roots, developing his charisma, and breaking down Super Bowl LVII between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs. You don't want to miss RGIII's incredible storytelling around when he learned to smile, pulling off jokes on-air, and making fashionable socks a trend for years to come. A laugh out loud episode from start to finish with the one and only Robert Griffin III.

Hosts: CC Sabathia and Ryan Ruocco

Producers: Jackson Safon, Sadye Zillo, and Ata Movassaghi

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Tommy Kahnle's New York Yankees Reunion and Reviving His Career Feb 02, 2023

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An electric pitcher on the field and true character off of it, Tommy Kahnle is back on R2C2 fresh off signing a new free agency deal to return to The New York Yankees. CC and Ryan dig into his personality through the lens of his Philadelphia Eagles' fandom, his resentment for Howie Roseman, navigating Tommy John surgery and the mental health effects, the birth of his daughter, resigning in NY, contending for a World Series, and why his changeup is so nasty. At one point Tommy contemplated that he would never pitch again. Tune in for a raw account of his career revival and why he's the perfect addition to the clubhouse with his talent & personality on full display.

Hosts: CC Sabathia and Ryan Ruocco

Producers: Jackson Safon, Sadye Zillo, and Ata Movassaghi

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Nate Burleson’s Rise From the NFL to News Media & Playoff Conference Championships Preview Jan 26, 2023

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Nate Burleson is a former NFL Wide Receiver, current CBS Mornings co-host, The NFL Today analyst, investor, entrepreneur, husband, father, and so much more. A modern renaissance man who has successfully transitioned into the news & entertainment world after spending his career playing and covering football. He's back on the latest R2C2 with CC and Ryan to discuss the grind of his chaotic schedule, transitioning into the media world, Shannon Sharpe's beef with Tee Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies, NBA storylines including LeBron James' longevity and the Warriors' dynasty, and the narratives around NFL Championship Sunday, including Mr. Relevant Brock Purdy and Stone Cold Joe Burrow. The crew also dives into Super Bowl predictions and what they expect to see the rest of the way in the NFL playoffs.

Hosts: CC Sabathia and Ryan Ruocco

Producers: Jackson Safon, Sadye Zillo, and Ata Movassaghi

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Danny Dimes, The Cowboys Move On, and an NFL Divisional Round Playoff Preview Jan 19, 2023

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CC and Ryan are back with a new episode to recap everything from NFL Super Wild Card Weekend and discuss Divisional Round matchups and predictions. From Kirk Cousin's playoff woes, the 49ers dominance, the Cowboys resurgence, Brett Maher's woeful outing, Trevor Lawrence's historic comeback, and so much more. You don't want to miss what Saquon told CC before the season started that has set the tone for the brilliant display he has put on so far. A full NFL playoffs fix before the next round begins.

Hosts: CC Sabathia and Ryan Ruocco

Producers: Jackson Safon, Sadye Zillo, and Ata Movassaghi

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NFL Super Wild Card Weekend Playoff Preview & Carlos Correa is Back with the Twins Jan 12, 2023

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CC is back with Ryan fresh off New Year celebrations in Las Vegas to preview all things NFL Super Wild Card Weekend. From the evolution of Daniel Jones, the incredible turnaround from the Jacksonville Jaguars, the depth of the 49ers, the inconsistency of the Cowboys and Vikings, to the inevitable Tom Brady - the guys detail every angle and storyline of each matchup. They close out the episode with a unique perspective on Carlos Correa signing back with the Minnesota Twins and whether there's any remaining moves to be made in free agency for the New York Yankees.

Hosts: CC Sabathia and Ryan Ruocco

Producers: Jackson Safon, Sadye Zillo, and Ata Movassaghi

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NBA Deep Dive with Co-Host Sarah Kustok to Kick Off 2023! Jan 05, 2023

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In our first episode of the new year, Ryan is joined by his fellow YES Network Brooklyn Nets Broadcaster, FOX Sports Reporter, and host of the new iHeartMedia podcast NBA Pulse, Sarah Kustok. The two open the episode with honoring Damar Hamlin & his family and reflect on how the NFL world & broader community have come together in prayer and support. They also do a deep dive on how the Nets have become the hottest team in the NBA, who the real championship contenders are, and the MVP race across the league. A full rundown of all the drama and action in the association as All-Star voting is underway.

Hosts: Ryan Ruocco and Sarah Kustok

Producers: Jackson Safon, Sadye Zillo, and Ata Movassaghi

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MLB Free Agency Recap & The Greatest World Cup Final Ever Dec 22, 2022

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CC and Ryan gear up for the holidays with annual traditions, wrapping up MLB free agency, Carlos Rodon’s signing with the Yankees, the Red Sox flurry of mistakes, the Mets spending like the 2000s Yankees, and Lionel Messi claiming his rightful place as World Cup Champion and amongst the best to ever play this game.

Hosts: CC Sabathia and Ryan Ruocco

Producers: Jackson Safon, Sadye Zillo, and Ata Movassaghi

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MLB Winter Meetings Frenzy & World Cup Glory Dec 15, 2022

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CC and Ryan discuss CC’s time at the winter meetings, the aftermath of Aaron Judge resigning with the Yankees, the latest free agent dominoes to drop, an incredible stretch of World Cup matches, and early NBA season surprises.

Hosts: CC Sabathia and Ryan Ruocco

Producers: Jackson Safon, Sadye Zillo, and Ata Movassaghi

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Jon Morosi On Aaron Judge Re-Signing With the Yankees Dec 08, 2022

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Ryan is joined by MLB insider Jon Morosi, who broke the news about Aaron Judge returning to the Yankees, to discuss the signing, why it happened, what it means for the Yankees, and more.

Host: Ryan Ruocco

Guest: Jon Morosi

Producers: Jackson Safon, Sadye Zillo, and Ata Movassaghi

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